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February Themed After School Activities for Kids

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February is here! This collection of February Activities for after school focus on Valentine's Day, President's Day, Groundhog Day and even Black History Month. I've gathered up some of my favorites to share with you as you welcome the new month. The activities focus on Valentine's Day, President's Day, Groundhog Day and even Black History Month. Be sure to grab your Printable After School Planner! Before you dive in... Sign up now for our free February Activity Calendar for ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: After School Activities, grade school, Monthly Planner, Valentine's Day

By Kim Vij

Winter Olympics Themed Books

Books About the Winter Olympic by The Educators' Spin On It #olympics #eduspin

The Winter Olympic Games are held every four years for sports that are practiced on snow and ice. Here are some of our favorite children's picture books about winter olympics. This is the perfect time to talk with your child about what sports are played during the Winter Olympics and follow along from home with your learn about the worlds most talented athletics from all over the globe! Here's some of my favorite Winter Sports books to celebrate the Winter Olympics! Winter Olympics are ... Read more...

Filed Under: Cultural Education Tagged With: Kim, Olympics, Raising Global Kids, Winter Olympics

By Kim Vij

101+ Valentine’s Day Activities for Play and Learning

101 Valentine's Day for Kids

Here is a collection of Valentine's Day Activities with super fun snacks, learning games, craft projects and more! Valentine's Day is a wonderful time of the year to tell the people in your life how much they mean to you. Make time this season to craft with and for your kids. ENJOY! And stop by to let us know which ones are your favorites for your Valentine's Day fun ! Valentine's Day Activities for Kids! 12 Valentine Snacks for Kids to Make and Eat My kids love picking out ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities Tagged With: grade school, Preschool, Toddler, Valentine's Day

By Kim Vij

Must-Read Picture Books to Celebrate Black History Month

Black History Month Books for Kids with read alouds and activities

Explore these must-read picture books for Black History Month with your child. This selection of books for Black History Month features stories about civil rights icons, societal changemakers, and books about important moments and movements. Black History Month educates youth, celebrates African American achievements, and promotes diversity and inclusion. Discussing African American history helps children understand the past and be inspired by influential figures. It's a valuable ... Read more...

Filed Under: Cultural Education, Reading Tagged With: Black History Month, Diverse Books, grade school, Multicultural Children's Book Day, Preschool, Virtual Book Club for Kids

By Kim Vij

Fortune Cookies for Everyone by Mia Wenjen — Book Review + Activities

Fortune Cookies for Everyone by Mia Wenjen

Discover Fortune Cookies for Everyone by Mia Wenjen—a thoughtful picture book review exploring food history, Japanese American culture, and learning activities for kids. Fortune Cookies for Everyone! isn’t just a picture book about a treat — it’s a bridge into history, identity, and cultural storytelling. Through the gentle voice of Grandma Miyako and her grandchildren’s curiosity, Mia Wenjen shares the surprising Japanese origins of the fortune cookie and the stories of people who ... Read more...

Filed Under: Cultural Education, Reading, Recipes Tagged With: Diversity, Japan, Multicultural Children's Book Day, Read Your World

By Kim Vij

Random Acts of Kindness Calendar for Kids

Random Acts of Kindness For Kids includes printable calendar

Spread Kindness all year long with this printable Random Acts of Kindness calendar for kids! 4 weeks of heartfelt ways to pay it forward to family, friends, and your community together. Random Acts of Kindness Calendar for Kids The Science of Kindness has proven that kindness is good for our health and well-being. Kindness is a powerful thing. It can change the world, one act at a time. There are so many reasons why it is important to do random acts of kindness with ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities, Parenting Tagged With: After School Activities, Community Outreach, grade school, Kindness, Kindness Elves, Parenting, Preschool, Random Acts of Kindness, Valentine's Day, Volunteering

By Kim Vij

Origin by Nat Cardozo: A Powerful Children’s Book Honoring Indigenous Peoples and Our Connection to Earth

Origin by Nat Cardozo: A Powerful Children’s Book Honoring Indigenous Peoples and Our Connection to Earth

A thoughtful book review of Origin by Nat Cardozo, celebrating Indigenous Peoples cultures, biodiversity, and our shared connection to the Earth, plus a meaningful book extension activity for kids. Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I received this book as Book Reviewer for Read Your World. A Beautiful and Powerful Children’s Book Some books quietly teach, while others invite you to slow down, look ... Read more...

Filed Under: Cultural Education, Reading Tagged With: Diversity, Indigenous Peoples, Multicultural Children's Book Day, Read Your World

By Kim Vij

How to Make Easy Heart Shaped Pancakes with Kids

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Create a special Valentine's Day breakfast with these easy heart shaped pancakes. They are colorful, fun and easy to make with your child. Here's how... This post contains amazon affiliate links.  Valentine's Day is just around the corner and here's a special way to show your love with heart shaped pancakes. This week is LOVE week at the weekly Virtual Book Club for Kids.  I thought it would be such fun to plan a special Valentine's Day Breakfast to go along with our featured ... Read more...

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Book Activity, Cooking with Kids, grade school, pancakes, Preschool, Recipes, Valentine's Day, Virtual Book Club for Kids

By Kim Vij

Usha and the Big Digger – A Night Sky Story About Seeing Things Differently

Usha and the Big Digger Written by Amitha Jagannath Knight Illustrated bySandhya Prabhat

Usha and the Big Digger is a playful, thoughtful picture book that explores perspective, imagination, and early math concepts through a sweet story about siblings, cousins, and the night sky. Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I received this book as a book reviewer with Read Your World. Usha and the Big Digger - Book Review What happens when children look at the same thing—but see ... Read more...

Filed Under: Math, Reading, STEM Tagged With: Multicultural Children's Book Day, Read Your World, Space, stars, STEM

By Kim Vij

Heart Shaped Recipes for Kids for Valentine’s Day

Heart Shaped Recipes for Kids for Valentine's Day

Making heart-shaped foods for kids on Valentine's Day is a delightful and heartwarming way to celebrate the holiday and show love and appreciation. Here's our favorite heart shaped recipes to try with your child this Valentine's Day. Happy Valentine's Day! Making food for someone else is a way of expressing your love, especially when it's shaped like a heart! Seeing your kids' faces light up when they receive heart-shaped treats is priceless. The joy and happiness it brings to them make ... Read more...

Filed Under: Kids Activities, Recipes Tagged With: Kim, Little Hands That Cook, Preschool, Recipes, Valentine's Day

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